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The Abacus is technically the very first computer, it simply needed a lot of human help. A computer is simply a device that carries out computations, and this is exactly what an abacus did, be it in a very much simpler way than you see today.
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∙ 11y agoThe first computer was an actual person -- one who computed. The first mechanical computer was an analog computer such as a tally-stick, a ruler, a plumb-line, an abacus, or a slide-rule, although no-one can say for sure what the first actually was.
Charles Babbage's Difference Engine is regarded as the first analog computer as we now understand the term, the main difference being the extraordinary degree of complexity. As such, Babbage is regarded as the father of the modern computer.
Analog mechanical-relay computers made major advances through WWII, particularly with regards decoding the Enigma code. However the first electronic digital programmable computer was Thomas Flowers' Colossus Mk1 in 1943, which was 5 times faster than any of its predecessors.
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∙ 10y agoThe very first computer was called the Babbage computer. It was created by Charles Babbage in 1894. Also look at the term "difference engine" or "Babbage engine."
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∙ 13y agoa human. computer was a job title.
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What is a very small computer inside a device?
Embedded computer.
What year was the first computer invented?
The very first computer was the Abacus, invented in 3,000 B.C. For a history of the modern computer, use Google Search and type in Computer History.
Draw a table showing generation of computers and their characteristics?
GENERATION TABLE period (1944_1959) (1959_1965) (1965_1970) very small then laptop smaller than much smaller 10 times faster then then 2nd 3rd gener size of computer very huge first computer generation speed of computer low speed 10 times 100 times E PROM more then S RAM faster then 3rd generatin first generation computer main memory magnetic ROM PROM DRAM tape RAM storage device punched magnetic magnetic floppy disk disk storage device tape card and magnetic tape
How did you operate the first computer?
By first, do you mean... First? The Medical Institute Learning Facility, Russia (MILF) was founded in 1632 by a wise man, known as Wilt "The Stilt, Illadelph, The Illy One" Chamberlan, named by the man himself, Bobbito Garcia AKA DJ Cucumber Slice, MC corn on the cob.Back in 1632, the very first computer was designed by Bill Gates and Harry Potter.With their combined technological wisdom, they formed the greatest invention known to man. The Computer. Commonly known as The Computer.This device is know to have cured many unknown diseases, such as; Unknown Disease.25, Unknown Disease.1, Unknown Disease.953 and The Common Sadistic Arabian Flu.The main function of this device was the "On" button.
What was the shot hear around the world?
The very first shot fired in the revolutionary war. It technically started the war.
What is a very small computer inside a device?
Embedded computer.
Device for transmitting information?
The most popular such device is the computer - the very device with which you asked that question, and with which I am answering it.
Can you wipe a android device on the computer as the device is unusable?
If the device is able to power on, and your computer can use it or modify it for usage as a storage device, then yes. Otherwise, it may be impossible or very difficult depending on the cause of the phone breaking.
What did the very first computer cost?
The first computer costed $500.16
What is non peripherals devices?
Well, a periphel device is any device that can connect to the outside of a computer system, anything that cannot connect directly to the outside of a computer would be classed as a non peripheral device.
Who use the mini computer?
An example of a modern mini computer is the smartphone. A very popular device used every day by millions of people.
Who created the first computer mouse?
It depends how far back you want to go. The trackball, a very similar device, was first created in 1946 by Ralph Benjamin. Douglas Engelbart made the first mouse prototype sometime in the 1960s. However, a German company, Telefunken, demoed the first mouse publicly.
How to work hard?
That is a very broad question as there are many types of hard disks. You plug it into your computer via USB. The device driver should automatically install. Then you should see the device show up under my computer. From here you can rename it, make folders and move content to the device.
What is so interesting about electronics?
The thing that interests me about electronics is how complicated these machines can get. A computer, for instance, is a very complicated device used for searching information, watching videos, or playing games. The things that make up the computer is very complicated and required a lot of time and thinking for the engineers to make computers better. The first computer was size of a gymnasium. Overtime, the advance in technology has made the computer smaller and smaller.
When did Apple made their very first computer?
The first Apple computer, called Apple 1, was made in 1976.
How to work hard disk?
That is a very broad question as there are many types of hard disks. You plug it into your computer via USB. The device driver should automatically install. Then you should see the device show up under my computer. From here you can rename it, make folders and move content to the device.
What year was the first computer invented?
The very first computer was the Abacus, invented in 3,000 B.C. For a history of the modern computer, use Google Search and type in Computer History.
